"Widespread civil violence inside the United States would force the defense establishment to reorient priorities ... to defend basic domestic order and human security," the report said, in case of "unforeseen economic collapse," "pervasive public health emergencies," and "catastrophic natural and human disasters," among other possible crises.

The report also suggests the new (Barack Obama) administration could face a "strategic shock" within the first eight months in office.

Israel can not strike Iran as they would need U.S. in-flight refueling to enable Israel's jets to make the round trip. Israel would also have to overfly some countries that would oppose the flights. Israel would be signing their own death warrant if they go nuclear in the region. Iran is not Iraq and they have Russia on their side. Armageddon would ensue.

Which makes negotiation all the more sensible. We found rapprochement with Japan, Germany, and Viet Nam despite the horrid atrocities in each conflict. Many Americans now drive German and Japanese cars - why is it we can't give Iran a chance?